Threat actors were discovered disseminating a malicious, altered version of SonicWall’s SSL VPN NetExtender application in a complex cyberattack that was discovered through a partnership between SonicWall and Microsoft Threat Intelligence (MSTIC). NetExtender, a critical tool for remote users, facilitates…
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Hacktivist Groups Target U.S. Companies and Military Domains in Retaliation for Iran Attacks
The United States has become a popular target for hacktivist groups in the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, following U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear sites on June 21, 2025. Several pro-Iranian hacktivist collectives, including Mr Hamza, Team 313, Cyber Jihad, and Keymous+,…
Windows 11 Configuration Bug Freezes Update Scanning Process
A recently discovered bug in Windows 11 has caused significant frustration among users, as the operating system’s update scanning process can freeze unexpectedly, leaving systems unable to check for or install critical updates. Microsoft has officially acknowledged the issue and…
Firefox 140 Launches with Critical Code Execution Bug Fix – Update Now
Mozilla has officially released Firefox 140, marking a significant update that addresses multiple security vulnerabilities, including a critical code execution flaw. Users are strongly urged to update their browsers immediately to protect against potential exploits targeting these newly patched weaknesses.…
Realtek Bluetooth Flaw Allows Attackers to Launch DoS Attacks During Pairing
A critical vulnerability in Realtek’s Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) implementation enables attackers to launch denial-of-service (DoS) attacks during device pairing. The flaw (CVE-2024-48290) affects Realtek RTL8762E BLE SDK v1.4.0, allowing malicious actors to disrupt connections by exploiting protocol inconsistencies. Attackers…
Chrome Releases Security Patch for 11 Code Execution Vulnerabilities
The Chrome team has announced the rollout of a critical security update for its popular web browser, Chrome, addressing 11 code execution vulnerabilities that could potentially put millions of users at risk. The update, Chrome 138.0.7204.49 for Linux and 138.0.7204.49/50…
Threat Actors Manipulate Search Results, Exploit ChatGPT and Luma AI Popularity to Deliver Malicious Payloads
Threat actors are leveraging the soaring popularity of AI tools like ChatGPT and Luma AI to distribute malware through deceptive websites. Zscaler ThreatLabz researchers have uncovered a network of malicious AI-themed sites, often hosted on platforms like WordPress, that exploit…
CISA Publishes Guide to Address Memory Safety Vulnerabilities in Modern Software Development
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), in collaboration with the National Security Agency (NSA), has released a comprehensive guide titled “Memory Safe Languages: Reducing Vulnerabilities in Modern Software Development.” Published in June 2025, this report underscores the critical need…
Akamai Reveals New Strategies for Defenders to Combat Cryptominer Attacks
Akamai has unveiled two proactive strategies to disrupt malicious cryptominer operations, as detailed in the final installment of their Cryptominers’ Anatomy blog series. These techniques exploit the inherent design of common mining topologies, focusing on the Stratum protocol and pool…
NetNerve: AI-Powered Tool for Deep PCAP Threat Detection
As cyber threats evolve in sophistication and volume, traditional packet capture (PCAP) analysis tools are struggling to keep pace. Enter NetNerve, an AI-powered platform designed to revolutionize how security professionals, researchers, and students analyze network traffic and detect threats hidden…